Cartier Santos 100 Ref. W2020009 Watch Review
Article and images contributed by Michael Maximilien:In some circles, the French brand Cartier is seen more?as?a fine jewelry producer than as a watchmaker. However, the brand has a long history as a creator of fine timepieces coupled with a unique style which makes it hard to ignore...The original Cartier Santos was reportedly designed and created by Louis Cartier himself in 1904 for his friend and pioneer, Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. The Santos has been a major piece in the Cartier collection for a long time and in 2004 Cartier released their Santos 100 line which included larger Santos models.The Santos line has many variations, however, they are all styled like the original. This includes a square case that is slightly curved on both sides which makes it fit effortlessly on the wrist. The dial has the signature Cartier Roman numerals, including the incorrect IIII at four o'clock - this allows the markers on the right to better symmetrically match the ones on the left.T

Would you do this trade?
Hey guys, it's been a while since I've posted here, probably cause I haven't bought anything new and was fairly content with my small collection, which consists of a SubC, Speedy Pro and a 15202.I like my collection because the three are so different from each other and are all iconic models. Buuuut as you all know, the itch appears when you least expect it, and this time I'm itching for a Rose Gold Day Date 40mm. To get this piece I would flip the AP plus cash. I don't wear the AP as much cause I feel it's to delicate, you look at it the wrong way and it scratches, unlike the SubC or speedy which are bullet proof. So, I know it's my call, but what would you do? I'm also posting this in the Rolex forum to get both opinions. Thanks.

Service & shipping
just wondering if anyone has shipped a watch out for servicing, and had a bad experience like a lost package or damaged package ?

SMP Blue Wave?
My first luxury watch was an SMP wave blue chronometer.I see now they updated with coaxial but thats about it (no new bracelet)?Are they discontinuing this model soon, is that why they aren't updating the wave dial?I like ceramic but the wave dial is so gorgeous, am i alone here?

The collection....
Some pics for your pleasure and entertainment. Hope you enjoy.